Stephen Moore

Singapore

Contributing Editor/Asia at Plastics Today

Contributor at Battery Technology

Articles

Moldable Cellulose Liquid Targets Synthetic Fiber Replacement

1 week ago | plasticstoday.com | Stephen Moore

Simplifyber, a materials startup pioneering an innovative 3D-molding process to reduce the environmental impact of soft goods manufacturing and the use of synthetic fibers, has secured $12 million in funding. The financing round was led by Suzano Ventures, a new investor in Simplifyber, and the corporate venture capital arm of the world’s largest wood pulp supplier — Brazil’s Suzano S/A.
ABB Survey Predicts EV Growth, but Industry Is Doubtful It Can Meet 'Full EV' Deadlines

2 weeks ago | plasticstoday.com | Stephen Moore

Stephen Moore has been with PlasticsToday and its preceding publications Modern Plastics and Injection Molding since 1992, throughout this time based in the Asia Pacific region, including stints in Japan, Australia, and his current location Singapore. His current beat focuses on automotive and mobility. Stephen boasts a short motor racing and rallying career during his younger days in Japan.
Industry Reeling from Tariffs and Economic Uncertainty, Survey Says

1 month ago | batterytechonline.com | Stephen Moore

Escalating trade conflicts, rising global tensions, and persistent supply-chain disruptions are placing unprecedented pressure on manufacturing and supply chain leaders, according to a new survey from Fictiv.
Will Tariffs Spark a US Manufacturing Renaissance?

1 month ago | batterytechonline.com | Stephen Moore

For the automotive sector, at least, the short-term risks of tariffs far outweigh any perceived long-term benefits.
US Boosts Capacity for Key Battery Material as Chinese Competition Looms

1 month ago | batterytechonline.com | Stephen Moore

Arkema and Syensqo are investing in PVDF production, a core component of lithium-ion batteries, in Kentucky and Georgia.
Easy-to-process Particle Foam Targets Auto Composite Applications

2 months ago | plasticstoday.com | Stephen Moore

Japanese technology company Asahi Kasei will exhibit its SunForce modified polyphenylene ether (mPPE) particle bead foam at the upcoming JEC World 2025 from March 4 to 6 in Paris. According to the supplier, exhibiting in booth 6U89, the plastic’s combination of processability and design flexibility makes it an optimal solution for foam cores and sandwich materials in composite applications.
Firm Prospects for Thermosets in Auto Sector

2 months ago | plasticstoday.com | Stephen Moore

The Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) Thermoset Division has announced its first keynote speaker for its annual TopCon event to be held on May 13 and 14, 2025, at the Monona Terrace and Convention Center in Madison, WI. “Making a Compelling Case for Thermosets” will be presented by Amanda Nummy, senior polymer engineer at automaker Hyundai’s America Technical Center.
Conductive PPE Blend for Auto Exteriors Is Inline Paintable

2 months ago | plasticstoday.com | Stephen Moore

Sabic has developed an innovative polyphenylene ether (PPE) blend technology engineered to help meet the dimensional stability needs of larger and more complex electric vehicle (EV) service flaps. The new conductive Noryl GTX LMX resin based on this technology combines high heat resistance for inline painting with very low moisture absorption for superior dimensional stability vs. incumbent polyamide (PA) resins.
Polyplastics to Launch 40% Glass-Filled Recycled PPS

2 months ago | plasticstoday.com | Stephen Moore

Polyplastics plans to launch a 40% glass-reinforced grade of Durafide recycled polyphenylene sulfide (rG-PPS) by December 2025 as part of its mechanical recycling business. The company said it will develop optimal formulations that will play a role in helping to achieve 100% circularity of engineering plastics by expanding the use of mechanically recycled materials in engineering plastics applications.
Composite Railroad Ties Boost Sustainability

2 months ago | plasticstoday.com | Stephen Moore

Japanese trading house Sumitomo Corp. has made a strategic investment in Evertrak, a St. Louis, MI–based manufacturer of composite railroad ties — also known as sleepers — for the North American railroad industry, through its local affiliate, Sumitomo Corp. of Americas. This partnership aims to reduce environmental impacts and build a more sustainable railroad infrastructure in North America.